including slight pitting along the lower edge of the blade and loss of finish to the brass features
but WWI medals were originally mounted and worn by the veteran as evidenced by the pitting on the BWM
Lüdenscheid” maker marked in black gothic lettering
he was awarded the Army Presidential Unit Citation and the Army Good Conduct Medal
the head flanked by the number "2" (silver fineness) on the left and the assay city mark "A" (Vienna) on the right
Italy, Kingdom. A Military Order of Savoy in Gold, Civil Knight with Miniature, c.1880 Auction Archive including slight pitting along theInstitution Date: August 14, 1815. In 18K Gold, a white enameled cross with a laurel wreath, with centerpiece medallion bearing 1855 and two crossed swords, measuring at 35mm (w) x 38mm (h); accompanied by a gold miniature measuring at 10. 3mm (w) x 18. 2mm (h) with a crown suspension; both in extremely fine condition with intact enamels.